A new memorial engraved with 11 characteristics of Jacob Wetterling is now in a park just a half-mile from where Jacob went missing nearly 26 years ago. “Those we love don’t go away. They walk beside us every day.” #11forJacob #JacobWetterling startribune.com/jacob-wetterli…

Sean "Diddy" Combs was found guilty of prostitution charges and acquitted of the most serious charges of racketeering and sex trafficking. Via People people.com/diddy-verdict-…

“This breaks the barrier of the insurance industry...[it’s] going to change and give hope to all the survivors across Minnesota, across the Diocese of Winona, and across this country.” – Jeff Anderson Via The Minnesota Star Tribune startribune.com/76m-award-in-r…

1 in 6 offers online support groups for males who’ve been sexually abused. It’s a safe space to share thoughts, feelings, fears and feel a sense of community and understanding that male survivors of abuse are often missing.

In 1986, the Archdiocese of Chicago learned that Fr. Joseph L. Fitzharris had been accused of sexually abusing a minor boy; law enforcement was notified, and Fr. Fitzharris was convicted. Fr. Fitzharris admitted to Bishop Paprocki in 2003 that he had sex with at least 9 boys.

“The bankruptcy process doesn’t afford a lot of voice to individual survivors,…[filing bankruptcy] delays justice and accountability, and can make it really hard for survivors to come forward.” – Jennifer Stein, attorney Katherine Phillips CBS47 News yourcentralvalley.com/news/local-new…

“That’s trauma that stays with you throughout your professional and academic career, in interpersonal relationships, marriages…Every single survivor has a story to tell as a result of their abuse.” – Jennifer Stein, attorney Via Andrew J. Campa Los Angeles Times latimes.com/california/sto…

The Archdiocese of Chicago learned of Fr. Cloutier’s alleged child abuse within the first several years of his ordination. In 1979, Cloutier allegedly molested two boys at his cabin. By 1981, Cloutier had returned to Chicago and was working unsupervised in parishes.

Sexual assault survivors say Sean 'Diddy' Combs verdict a 'step back' for #MeToo movement nbcnews.com/news/us-news/s…

Fr. James Vincent Flosi worked in the Archdiocese of #Chicago as a priest and is accused of sexually abusing at least 8 children. Flosi is included in the Archdiocese's list of “Priests with Substantiated Allegations of Sexual Misconduct.”

Parents of special needs students at Charles Murphree School are expressing outrage following allegations of abuse by special education instructors. Via harry parker KFOX14 News kfoxtv.com/news/local/par…

"Father Curtis Lambert has been accused of sexual abuse of a minor at Sacred Heart Parish in Melrose Park. The alleged abuse occurred approximately 40 years ago." FOX 32 News ow.ly/E8uy50WlM7o

The average survivor of child sexual abuse does not come forward until they are 52 years old. While trauma doesn’t have a timeline, the law does. ow.ly/gI1H50VLtzJ

Sexual abuse allegations against Fr. McCormack date back to the late 1980s. Other allegations were reported, many of which were reportedly ignored or covered up by the Archdiocese of Chicago. In 2007, through a plea deal, Fr. McCormack pled guilty to molesting five boys.

Filing a lawsuit can be powerful—it’s not just about justice, but truth, change, and protection. Your voice can hold institutions accountable and help prevent future abuse. #SpeakUp #SurvivorsCreateChange

Can I conceal my identity but still file a lawsuit? Survivors can usually file lawsuits as a John or Jane Doe instead of using their name, which allows them to remain anonymous. #survivorsarestrong #justice ow.ly/PWBU50VThPB

Sexual abuse allegations against Fr. McCormack date back to the late 1980s. Other allegations were reported, many of which were reportedly ignored or covered up by the Archdiocese of Chicago. In 2007, through a plea deal, Fr. McCormack pled guilty to molesting five boys.

For victims of domestic violence, one of the most dangerous times is when they are trying to leave the abuser. That’s why it’s crucial for them to have a safety plan, even if they don’t think they need one. andersonadvocates.com/blog/what-is-a…

A brave survivor who was abused by Fr. Adolph Renkiewicz has recently settled a case with the Archdiocese of Hartford. The victim was allegedly abused on church grounds at Saint Adalbert Church for multiple years. ow.ly/Sccc50Wn8Xm

"The archbishop of Toulouse, France, has drawn fierce criticism for appointing a priest previously convicted of raping a 16-year-old boy to serve as diocesan chancellor." Catholic News Agency ow.ly/an3S50Wn92z